Chief Engineer

Prism Hotels & Resorts is the best place to start, grow or advance your career in the hospitality industry. Whether your interest and expertise lies in management, accounting, sales or engineering, you'll find a home at Prism--where dedication, hard work and a commitment to the best results can move you quickly up the career path of your choosing. Because we believe in mentoring, nurturing and promoting from within our talented organization, with the experience and support provided to you by Prism, the sky's the limit! Founded as a hospitality investment and management firm in 1983, Prism Hotels & Resorts has grown to a company that successfully manages over nine thousand rooms in twenty-two states. Our properties range from urban city center airport hotels to historic properties to exclusive retreats and resorts.

We maintain a constant focus on our associates and on creating the best work environment out there, one in which you can develop your skills, further your career goals, and enjoy a balance between work and home life. And while we take our commitment to success very seriously, we believe in an atmosphere of growth, development and fun! Our ability to succeed is based largely on the people we hire and an unwavering commitment to their personal and professional fulfillment. We go to great lengths to find the best person to fill a position, with as much value placed on a friendly and engaging personality as on a great resume. If you also value and demonstrate a high degree of integrity, compassion, personal leadership and resourcefulness, please apply on line!

Scope of Position:

The Chief Engineer is responsible for all administrative, financial and operational aspects of the property as it directly relates to the engineering department. Responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the physical plant and the supervision of all maintenance and repairs and engineering personnel.

Primary responsibilities include: - Supervises and assists engineering staff in the maintenance and repair of plumbing, hotel rooms, A/C and heating, ice machine, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, laundry, emergency generators, switch rooms, etc. -Ensures all maintenance and repairs are completed on a timely, cost effective basis and according to specifications. - Orders necessary materials and tools for repairing equipment and keeps within budgetary guidelines. - Maintains an ongoing preventative maintenance program for the hotel. - Responsible for administering and documenting equipment preventative maintenance and guest room preventative maintenance. - Responsible for the safety of the department and the building. - Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction. - Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress. - Follows company policies and procedures and is able to effectively communicate them to subordinates. - Aggressively recruits and staffs department using company hiring standards (i.e. behavioral questioning, reference checks, evaluations and team interviews). Reviews performances and assists in career development. - Conducts training classes regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines. - Fulfills Manager on Duty shifts. - Ensures hotel is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, including OSHA, EEOC, Wage Hour and Health laws. - Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.

Note: Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

Education/Experience: * High School diploma or equivalent. * Two years college/vocational training in electrical or mechanical engineering or plumbing plus 6 years work experience, is preferred. * Special consideration will be given to those who exhibit exemplary performance.

Prism Hotels & Resorts is the best place to start, grow or advance your career in the hospitality industry. Whether your interest and expertise lies in management, accounting, sales or engineering, you'll find a home at Prism--where dedication, hard work and a commitment to the best results can move you quickly up the career path of your choosing. Because we believe in mentoring, nurturing and promoting from within our talented organization, with the experience and support provided to you by Prism, the sky's the limit! Founded as a hospitality investment and management firm in 1983, Prism Hotels & Resorts has grown to a company that successfully manages over nine thousand rooms in twenty-two states. Our properties range from urban city center airport hotels to historic properties to exclusive retreats and resorts.

We maintain a constant focus on our associates and on creating the best work environment out there, one in which you can develop your skills, further your career goals, and enjoy a balance between work and home life. And while we take our commitment to success very seriously, we believe in an atmosphere of growth, development and fun! Our ability to succeed is based largely on the people we hire and an unwavering commitment to their personal and professional fulfillment. We go to great lengths to find the best person to fill a position, with as much value placed on a friendly and engaging personality as on a great resume. If you also value and demonstrate a high degree of integrity, compassion, personal leadership and resourcefulness, please apply on line!

Scope of Position:

The Chief Engineer is responsible for all administrative, financial and operational aspects of the property as it directly relates to the engineering department. Responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the physical plant and the supervision of all maintenance and repairs and engineering personnel.

Primary responsibilities include: - Supervises and assists engineering staff in the maintenance and repair of plumbing, hotel rooms, A/C and heating, ice machine, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, laundry, emergency generators, switch rooms, etc. -Ensures all maintenance and repairs are completed on a timely, cost effective basis and according to specifications. - Orders necessary materials and tools for repairing equipment and keeps within budgetary guidelines. - Maintains an ongoing preventative maintenance program for the hotel. - Responsible for administering and documenting equipment preventative maintenance and guest room preventative maintenance. - Responsible for the safety of the department and the building. - Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction. - Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress. - Follows company policies and procedures and is able to effectively communicate them to subordinates. - Aggressively recruits and staffs department using company hiring standards (i.e. behavioral questioning, reference checks, evaluations and team interviews). Reviews performances and assists in career development. - Conducts training classes regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines. - Fulfills Manager on Duty shifts. - Ensures hotel is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, including OSHA, EEOC, Wage Hour and Health laws. - Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.

Note: Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

Education/Experience: * High School diploma or equivalent. * Two years college/vocational training in electrical or mechanical engineering or plumbing plus 6 years work experience, is preferred. * Special consideration will be given to those who exhibit exemplary performance.